More than a thousand livestock were killed in the southeast of the volcano, and the base surges traveled another 600 m offshore. “The dune field in the southeast sector offer a rare, largely undisturbed, and nearly complete picture of a base surge deposit field,” the report said. But these are nothing compared to the base surge deposits that rushed downhill on the southeastern flanks of Taal Volcano, burying Kalawit. Scientific research improves our understanding of such forces, and volcanic eruption is one that Filipinos have to learn how to live with. Inquirer calls for support for the victims of Taal volcano eruption Responding to appeals for help, the Inquirer is extending its relief to the families affected by the recent eruption of Taal volcano.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer November 21, 2021 06:51 UTC